David Crowley

Understanding the Loss of Jonathan Brostoff

He was someone who considered suicide as a teen and knew how important the issue was.

County Officials Encourage Voter Participation, Trust in Election

Urging participation in democratic process and noting how secure local election system is.

Milwaukee DSA Supports County Finance Committee’s Right To Counsel Funding Amendment

County Executive David Crowley Statement on the Passing of Alderman Jonathan Brostoff

‘Values Matter, Character Matters,’ Says Obama in Last-Minute Push For Harris

Former president Barack Obama attacks Trump, praises Harris in Miwaukee appearance.

Harris Turns To Hip Hop Artists In Last-Minute Push To Boost Turnout

State Fair Park rally features vice president, Cardi B and actor Keegan-Michael Key.

New Pickleball Courts Open at West Milwaukee Park

New courts in West Milwaukee are only second park with pickleball in county parks system.

Ribbon Cutting on New Lyons Park Playground

New southwest side playground improves accessibility for children and families.

Milwaukee County DHHS Housing Services Has Record Month Connecting People to Permanent Housing

This comes during Homelessness Awareness Week, October 27 – November 2

New Gun Violence Prevention Program Goes After Habitual Offenders

Based on national gun violence prevention model, program will target up to 40 frequent shooters.

MCTS Will Hire Its Own Personnel For Security

Bus system has long relied a private contractor.

Milwaukee County Launches National Gun Violence Prevention Program

Two million dollars in Department of Justice grant funding will sustain the ‘Advance Peace’ program for three years

Milwaukee Park & Ride Closures Disperse Growing Unhoused Population

Advocates, supervisors worry shuttering sites isn't solving underlying issues.

Milwaukee’s Workforce Solutions Spotlighted at Dual Event

The Retreat: An Immersive Experience of Empowerment & Wellness

County Budget a ‘Pleasant Surprise’, But Future Looks Rough

Annual Wisconsin Policy Forum analysis reveals county faces difficult decisions in future.

City, County Extend Funding for Eviction Prevention, Legal Aid

County and City team up to extend free legal counsel program, which has reduced need for other social services.

University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee Chancellor Search and Screen Committee named

UWM Sells Mansion and Former Residence Hall, Completes Chemistry Building

University shedding off-campus properties in cost cutting moves.

AARP welcomes Milwaukee as WI’s first ‘Age-Friendly’ county

UWM launches Center for Equity Practice and Planning Justice

Milwaukee County To Receive Funding To Address Homelessness and Incarceration

Milwaukee County is one of six new cities and counties that will receive funding to provide housing for justice-involved people

Milwaukee DSA Opposes County Move To Weaken Successful Right-To-Counsel Program

Starting Today, County Executive David Crowley Encourages Eligible Residents to Vote Early

Antetokounmpo Family Awards $1 Million to Milwaukee Nonprofits

New collaboration with GE Healthcare aims to improve health outcomes for Milwaukee residents.

ThriveOn King Celebrates Grand Opening

Kinship Cafe, Versiti join GMF and MCW in development.

Paving the Way to Progress: Groundbreaking for Little Menomonee River Parkway Trail Project Begins

Act 12 Benefits Continue in 2025, But Fiscal Challenges Loom for Milwaukee County

Annual budget brief finds the county’s brief era of largely pain-free budgets likely to be short-lived

Milwaukee County Replacing Its Oldest Playground

And it's only happening after a special design flourish was added.

Politicians Get Close Look at Coggs Center Construction

Hard hat tour loops through several doors in building designed to have "No Wrong Door."

Supervisor Eckblad to Participate in Mitchell Airport Park Playground Groundbreaking Monday

County Executive David Crowley Statement on Contractor Incident at Milwaukee County Courthouse

FFRF insists that Milwaukee County remove unnecessary Jewish eruvin

State Funding $3.9 Million Clinton Rose Senior Center Renovation

County investing in renovations that will serve more than just the senior population.

Supervisors Want Climate Consultant

2025 budget seeks expansion in climate planning, work with other municipalities and hunting for federal grants.

Biden Announces New Funds, Deadline For Lead Pipe Replacement

City praised for its effort, but now faces a 2037 deadline, with more aid promised.

Crowley Budgets $26 Million For New Buses

If approved, county would employ federal funding to help purchase 40 new buses.

County Executive David Crowley Approves Over $4 Million in Affordable Housing Investments to Expand Access for Residents and Families

Baldwin Delivers Nearly $13 Million for Milwaukee and Kenosha to Remove Dangerous Lead Paint

South Shore Breakwater Project Could Finish in 2025

Crowley includes funding in 2025 budget to finish $26 million sea wall project.

Airport Expected To Match Pre-Pandemic Traffic By 2025

'We're very pleased with the increase we're seeing.'

County Has A Year To Cap Landfill It’s Struggled to Sell

DNR says action required on Greenfield property acquired via property tax foreclosure.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Named Public Official of the Year by Governing Magazine

Governing’s recognition is awarded to local officials who are delivering positive results for the people they serve

Crowley’s 2025 Budget Avoids Service Cuts

With a 2.8% property tax hike and more funding for Sheriff's office, CRC and court security.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Presents 2025 Recommended Budget to Milwaukee County Board

County Executive Crowley’s budget continues track record of fiscal responsibility and sound decision making

Supervisors Propose Reduced Bus Fares On Election Day

Chairwoman Nicholson proposes cutting MCTS fares by up to $1 to encourage voting.

Milwaukee County Hosting Workshops for Community to Share Input on Street Safety Improvements

Zoo Maintains ‘Gold Standard’ Rating

It's spent millions in recent years on facility upgrades to maintain AZA accreditation.

New Coggs Center Rises

$42 million complex represents county's vision of "No Wrong Door" to access services.

County Officials Close 2024 Budget Gap

Board approves funding package closing $19 million gap. But a new challenge awaits for 2025 budget.

Milwaukee County Board Approves Crowley Proposal to Balance 2024 Budget Without Additional Costs for Taxpayers

Solving County’s Budget Gap Includes Study of Sheriff’s Spending

$30,000 staffing study part of resolution closing 2024 budget deficit.

Crowley Proposal to Balance 2024 Milwaukee County Budget Passes Finance Committee

Milwaukee County Hosting Workshops for Community to Share Input on Street Safety Improvements

County Gets Federal Funding For Buses, Roads

$29 million to help county to improve road safety, replace 13 aging buses.

Crowley Signs Opioid Program Funding

Legislation uses funding from legal settlement to take on opioid addiction epidemic.

Milwaukee County Awarded Nearly $29 Million for Road Improvements and New Buses

Federal funding received by Milwaukee County comes from the Biden-Harris Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

Chief Judge, Sheriff At Odds On Bailiff Staffing

MCSO ends mandatory overtime in circuit courts, which threatens safety, Chief Judge says.

County Strings Together Funds to Close $19 Million 2024 Budget Deficit

$3.3 million in ARPA funds, including $1 million originally allocated to affordable housing, used to close budget gap.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Selected for Early Childhood Education Fellowship Program

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Applauds Funding to Promote Safe Roads and Address Reckless Driving

The City of Milwaukee will receive $25 million in federal funds from the U.S. Department of Transportation for street safety improvement measures along two miles of Center Street. These enhancements will include upgraded bike lanes, improved pedestrian crossings, and traffic-calming measures designed to reduce reckless driving.

Milwaukee Wins $25 Million Grant To Rebuild Center Street, Add Protected Bike Lanes

Safety-focused overhaul will come to two-mile stretch in heart of city.

Milwaukee County’s 2024 Budget Positioned to Balance Without Additional Taxpayer Impact

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Recognizes September as Suicide Prevention Month

Domes Group Proposes $133 Million Repair, Redevelopment

Friends of the Domes plan to save the Domes needs $30 million from Milwaukee County.

Tim Walz Champions Unions in Milwaukee Labor Day Appearance

The Democratic nominee for vice president delivered a rallying speech at Laborfest.

Bipartisan Coalition, Business Leaders Support New International Terminal

County pursuing federal grant to replace shuttered concourse with new international terminal at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.

Milwaukee County Pursuing Federal Funding to Advance Economic Development Project at Mitchell International Airport

Crowley Signs Zero Traffic Deaths Policy

Adoption of policy brings county one step closer to millions in federal funding for road projects.

County Executive David Crowley Approves Legislation Combatting Reckless Driving and Fatal Crashes

Milwaukee County’s Vision Zero policy commits to a goal of eliminating fatal and serious injury crashes by 2037

You Can Help Plan Trails in Milwaukee

Parks department seeks robust public input as it plans major expansion of biking-walking trails.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Appointed to Governor’s Council on Workforce Investment

Milwaukee County Parks Seeks Public Input in New Trails Initiative to Promote Equity, Health, and Environmental Stewardship

Milwaukee County Credible Messengers Program Delivers Results in Supporting Youth and Enhancing Public Safety

Pension Overpayments Still Happening?

Retired sheriff's deputy notified he owes $9,000 for pension overpayments. Crowley's office says such errors are rarities in recent years.

Paratransit Taxis Launching Next Week

New service has wheelchair-accessible vehicles for persons with disabilities.

Airport Traffic Booming So Far in 2024

2024 is flying ahead of 2023, and that's before RNC surge is factored in.

Serenity Inns Opens New Addiction Treatment Center in Milwaukee

New Facility Helps Alleviate Milwaukee’s Critical Need for Treatment Services by Serving 56 Men Seeking Recovery from Substance Use Disorder Each Year

Most Incumbents Beat Challengers in State Legislature Primaries

Wisconsin had the most contested Assembly primary races since 2012.

Rep. Clancy Wins Reelection Despite Democratic Opposition

Incumbent Socialist Democratic legislator defeats challenger Jarrod Anderson.

County Treasurer Cullen Withstands Chisholm’s Challenge

Veteran politician David Cullen, county treasurer since 2014, will serve four more years.

New Courthouse Project Opens Door For Energy Efficiency

County's $488 million criminal courthouse plan includes energy modernization project.

County Nearly Doubles Narcan Vending Machines

Adding 8 more machines with free life saving items like narcan and drug testing strips.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Placement of Eight Additional Harm Reduction Vending Machines

Milwaukee Senate and Assembly Races

A handful of partisan primaries will also determine the winner of the general election in November.

Meet the Candidates for County Office

Cullen vs Chisholm for treasurer showdown is winner-take-all.

Milwaukee County Releases 2024 Annual Report on American Rescue Plan Act Projects

The annual report highlights progress and impacts to date of ARPA-funded initiatives

China Lights “Year of the Dragon” Opens in September

Annual festival will include many new lanterns this year, including a brand new dragon.

Quiet Policy Change Saves Milwaukee County Fathers $67 Million

County ended birth cost recovery program with the goal of addressing racial inequity, improving child support.

County Executive David Crowley Announces $67 Million Eliminated in Birth Costs to Support Fathers

Research conducted by the UW-Madison Institute for Research on Poverty supports ending birth cost recovery

Historic Marker Commemorating Black Nite Uprising Dedicated

First LGBTQ historic marker in Wisconsin erected in Milwaukee to remember site of uprising that occurred years before Stonewall.

U.S. Energy Secretary Joins State, Milwaukee Officials To Launch First in Nation Rebate Program

Wisconsin is the first state to launch a home energy efficiency rebate using funds from Inflation Reduction Act.

Board Approves ‘Vision Zero’ Strategy To End Traffic Deaths

Milwaukee County commits to seeking zero deaths by 2037. Plus: board approves opioid programs, new county attorney and support for manufacturing company.

County Executive David Crowley Announces 2024 Budget Town Halls

Town halls provide opportunity for public input in the upcoming budget process

County Executive David Crowley Announces 2024 Budget Town Halls

Town halls provide opportunity for public input in the upcoming budget process

New Documentary Highlights Milwaukee’s ‘Housing First’ Homelessness Strategy

"Beyond the Bridge: A Solution to Homelessness" presents Milwaukee's response to the crisis as a blueprint for other communities.

Hovde Blasted for ‘Bigoted’ Comments on Black Men

GOP US Senate candidate says Black men have lived on ‘handouts’ and ‘welfare checks.'

Contribution to David Crowley of $500

Contribution to Cavalier Johnson of $25